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Members of the St Augustine Knights of Columbus pose with award recipient Rich Gorres and Legislator Gina Hansut at the St. Augustine School. From L-R; Joe Wood, Stan Sarli, Joseph Garibaldi, Robert Rosen, Richard Gorres, Rev. John Lynch, Michael Signorelli, Gina Hansut, Tom Lockhart, Sean Fitzgerald and Sam Mercier.
Gorres is a ‘Pride of Ulster’
For the past 10 years, Rich Gorres has overseen the Thanksgiving Day Dinners at St. Augustine School in Highland. The dinners are open to everyone and are always free. The Lloyd Police often assist … more
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Creative activities such as music, painting, dancing and crafts can provide stimulation to the brain.
Modena Church begins Alzheimer ministry
If you know anyone suffering with either dementia or Alzheimer’s, visit the H.E.A.R.T.S. program at Modena’s United Methodist Church. H.E.A.R.T.S. stands for Hope. Encouragement. … more
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Jarrid Blades
Jarrid Blades running for Ulster County DA
Jarrid Blades, former Ulster County and Monroe County Assistant District Attorney, announced that he’s seeking the Democratic nomination to run for Ulster County District Attorney. Born and … more
Valley Central eyes increased security, new boilers
Security and boilers. These topics dominated the January meeting of the Valley Central School Board. The board is considering presenting a capital project referendum May 16. The meeting saw … more
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Watercolor society celebrates 50 years
The North East Watercolor Society 2023 Members’ Show is on display in Orange Hall Gallery, SUNY Orange from January 24 through March 17. This entirely in-person show exemplifies the highest … more
Covid levels on the rise in Ulster
Ulster County Commissioner of Health Dr. Carol Smith released the following statement today:   “The CDC has now updated Ulster County’s COVID-19 community transmission level to … more
NY Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins administers the Oath of Office to Michelle Hinchey with her brother Joseph by her side.
Hinchey begins second term
Saturday Michelle Hinchey was sworn in as the New York State Senator for the 41st District at the Saugerties Performing Arts Factory. Her district includes all of Greene and Columbia counties, most … more
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State Police investigate a homicide in Plattekill
State Police have identified the victim of a homicide in the town of Plattekill as Daniel Spotards, 41, from the town of Plattekill On January 2, 2023, the New York State Police, Highland Barracks … more
The second mural shows the many hands that support our world.
Murals brighten Middle School Hallway
Recently the Marlboro School Board drew attention to two murals that were done at the middle school last fall. Art teacher Megan Albright said several years ago students at the high school … more
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Plattekill Town board poses after January 4 reorganizational meeting. Left to right - Dean DePew Sr., Darryl Matthews, Supervisor Jennifer Salemo, Wilfrido Castillo Jr. and Bill Kras.
Salemo wraps up first year as Plattekill Supervisor
Supervisor Jennifer Salemo felt that the Town of Plattekill accomplished a lot in her first year in office. But she said it was a team effort every step of the way. “It has been challenging … more
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Milton firefighters marching in the Marlboro Fire Parade, July 2022.
Fire calls dipped in 2022, but some companies still very busy
In 2022, there were a total of 13,964 fire calls in Ulster County, which is lower than last year. However, fire calls in different districts may vary from low to very busy. Matthew Kneeter, the … more
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DiNapoli urges New Yorkers to spend those holiday gift cards
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli is urging New Yorkers to make sure they spend any gift cards they received this holiday season. Unused gift card balances can eventually be turned over … more
Kavanagh to run for Ulster DA
Attorney Mike Kavanagh announced Saturday that he will run for Ulster County District Attorney, a position once held by his father. “Today, I am proud to announce my candidacy to be Ulster … more
SUNY New Paltz officially a university, no longer a college
SUNY New Paltz has officially attained University status in the State of New York, effective January 1, 2023, after receiving approval from SUNY Interim Chancellor Deborah F. Stanley and the SUNY … more
Marlborough Town Clerk Colleen Corcoran administers the oath of office to Councilman Dave Zambito.
Marlborough swears in a new councilman
Last week Marlborough Town Clerk Colleen Corcoran administered the oath of office to Councilman Dave Zambito. He was the only one up for election last fall and ran unopposed. In November Zambito … more
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Marlboro names gym for Benjamin Trapani
Last week the Marlboro School Board held a lengthy discussion on a motion to name the elementary gym for the third through fifth grades in honor of Benjamin Trapani, who taught physical education in … more
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Rabbi Douglas Kohn crosses the Paso del Norte International Bridge from Ciudad Juárez, Mexico to El Paso, Texas on December 12, 2022. Photo Credit: Justin Hamel for HIAS
A journey to the border
From December 11 to 14, Rabbi Douglas Kohn of Newburgh’s Temple Beth Jacob along with other rabbis from across the country and organizers traveled to bear witness and experience the current … more
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Hochul announces initiatives aimed at boosting food supply chain
Governor Kathy Hochul Tuesday announced several major proposals to provide an economic boost to farmers and strengthen New York’s food supply chain as part of the 2023 State of the State. … more
Senator Rob Rolison is officially sworn in to office.
Rolison sworn in as a freshman state senator
Senator Rob Rolison (R-Poughkeepsie, Newburgh) was officially sworn in as the first state senator to represent the new 39th District. Joining him at the ceremony in the Capitol’s Senate chamber … more
Skoufis, sworn in for third term, charts legislative priorities
Senator James Skoufis (D-Orange County) was sworn in for a third term on Wednesday, the first in his newly-drawn 42nd district, comprising nearly all of Orange County. Skoufis will continue in his … more
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